As a small business owner, you are faced with endless options for business funding. You’ve probably considered a bank loan, a line of credit, an online loan, crowdfunding, bootstrapping, or even a merchant cash advance. Maybe you’ve even considered receivables funding like invoice factoring. There is…
Growing businesses can find themselves strapped for cash. This is because expansion means rising costs in overhead, supplies, and payroll. 82% of business failures are caused by cash flow, so it’s important to trim down the unnecessary costs of business. Even running a lean operation, chances…
You finally did it. You dropped everything, you worked hard for years, you planned everything out, and now you are opening your very own small business. This is an exciting time, but it is crucial that you continue to work hard and take it seriously. Even…
Employee retention is increasingly important to businesses both large and small. With low unemployment rates, companies are competing for both attracting and retaining top talent. It costs an average of 33% of an employee’s salary to find a replacement, and it can increase to 50% when…
There are so many obstacles to growing your small business. Having enough money to launch, having the time to plan, and managing the stress that comes along with being an entrepreneur is near the top of the list. Cash flow still stands to be the most…
A traditional bank loan, a second mortgage, and a Small Business Administration loan are all great financing options for your new or existing business. The catch is the high standards for approval, personal liability, and the time it takes from application to first funding. What can…
If you operate a small business of any type, then you have probably at least heard of invoice factoring. While invoice factoring is an incredible way to grow your business, most people are simply not aware of how they might use such a service to the…
Working capital is the lifeblood of small businesses. You may be making sales and growing revenue, but how does that translate into profit? This is where your working capital and ability to grow without cash flow problems can translate to profit. Having more liabilities than assets…
Invoicing is an expected burden of business. When selling to other businesses, credit terms and invoicing are a part of the package. This means that a simple delivery of goods or services performed can become more complicated with the drafting, delivery, and collection of invoicing. However,…
How do you intend to stay in business for the next year? There is an opportunity to build your business even stronger than before. There are a few routes you can take, but they all require planning and having the cash flow to be able to…